2025 Kagawa Prefecture Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Shikoku is known for its beautiful scenery, and many people think it's difficult to explore without driving. However, with proper planning and the use of JR trains and buses, you can easily tour Shikoku. For first-time visitors, this 5-day 4-night itinerary covering Kagawa and Tokushima is a great reference. Day 1: Takamatsu Airport ✈️ → Takamatsu Shopping Street → Takamatsu JR Station → Tokushima JR Station → Nearby Hotel Day 2: Take a bus from outside Tokushima JR Station to Naruto Whirlpools → Uzu no Michi → Naruto Park → Take JR to Oboke Station, then hotel shuttle to Onsen Hotel ♨️ Day 3: Oboke Gorge Sightseeing Boat 🚤 → Iya Vine Bridge → Return to hotel to pick up luggage, then take JR to Kotohira Station → Kotohira-gu Shrine → Hotel near Takamatsu Station Day 4: Takamatsu Port → Day trip to Shodoshima → Takamatsu Hotel 🏨 Day 5: Take the Kotoden Kotohira Line to Ritsurin Koen Station → Ritsurin Garden → Return to hotel to pick up luggage → Takamatsu Airport ✈️ 【Must-Visit Attractions】 1. Naruto Whirlpools: Taking a sightseeing boat is one of the best ways to view the whirlpools 🤩. You can not only see the whirlpools up close but also feel the turbulent and rotating water when the boat gets close to the whirlpool area, which is both thrilling and breathtaking 🤪. 2. Iya Vine Bridge: The vine bridge spans a steep gorge with rushing river water below. Although it has been reinforced and is very safe, it still wobbles when you walk on it 🫨. 3. Ritsurin Garden: The entire park is composed of a series of lakes, small bridges, and pavilions, perfectly blending the essence of Edo-period garden design. Walking through it feels like being in a graceful and charming landscape painting 😍. 【Must-Try Foods】 1. Sanuki Udon in Kagawa is one of Japan's top three udon varieties, and there are many famous small shops around 🍜. 2. Kagawa's Bone-in Chicken is also a must-try 😋. It's grilled chicken leg seasoned with salt and pepper, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. 3. Naruto Kintoki sweet potatoes are a specialty of Tokushima, with golden-yellow flesh that is very delicious 🍠. 【Accommodation Recommendations】 ⭐️ Recommended Area: If staying in Takamatsu, it's recommended to stay near Takamatsu JR Station for convenient transportation and proximity to Takamatsu Port. 🏨 Hotel Name: JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu 📍 Hotel Address: 1-1 Hamano Cho, Takamatsu, Takamatsu, Japan, 760-0011 【Photo Spots】 1. The viewpoint under the Naruto Bridge offers a closer view and great photo opportunities of the spectacular Naruto Bridge 🌁. 【Tips】 ⭐️ If you want to see the full-sized Naruto Whirlpools, be sure to check the official website for information. The whirlpools are affected by tides and seasons, and the website has detailed viewing guides and schedules. Checking this before booking your sightseeing boat tickets will increase your chances of seeing the full whirlpools.

Go to Shodoshima in addition to going to Witch's Delivery Service 😆 Many people will pretend to try their famous products ❤️ HISHIO ramen🍜💕 Explain 😂 Kodo Island transportation is very inconvenient 😅 You eat this noodles may have to expect 1 middle of the traffic 🥲 because d buses 🚌 really very sparse and crowded 🙂 This is the Shodoshima Angel Road shop of Shodoshima Ramen HISHIO🙈 It's only about 5 minutes walk from the attraction Angel Road 😌 So this one can visit the attraction by the way 🤣👍🏻 Actually, this ramen 🍜 is special to insist on using the ingredients of Shodo Island 😬 The manager's recommendation is the sauce ramen 🍜😆 It's the signature one It is a kind of octopus off the coast of Shodoshima and chicken feet and several vegetables boiled for 13 hours😳 so I know it will be quite tasty😄😄 It tastes rich but not greasy at all But most importantly it adds heirloom sauce🤫🤫so it tastes special🙈 Remember to try it 😃 If it doesn't rain and you're not afraid of strong winds, it's actually very pleasant to sit outdoors #JapanTravel #overseastravel #familygoodplaces #foodie #afternoon teainfo #I miss #summerfood recommendations #summergoodplaces

Kotohira-gu Shrine is located in Kagawa Prefecture, Shikoku, at an altitude of 521m. The approach to the shrine is famous for its many stone steps. There are 785 steps to the main shrine and 1,358 steps to the Oku-sha Shrine. There are many specialty souvenir shops and local specialty restaurants along the shrine, which can be used for a day trip and visit. There are many famous Kagawa udon noodle shops nearby. The noodles are delicious, smooth and chewy. You must try it😋 #Scenic spot shooting guide#Overseas travel#Good place for parents and children#Hiking#Resident writer#Good place for summer

🏖️City: Shikoku - Kagawa/Ehime/Tokushima 🚇Transportation: JR Pass Shikoku Tour + High-speed boat to different islands. 📷Photo Spots: The surrounding mountains and waters are perfect for in-depth travel photography. 🍜Local Delicacies: The udon noodles are really chewy, a taste you will crave again. Additionally, the grilled chicken is also quite delicious. 🏠Accommodation Recommendation: JR Hotel Clement Takamatsu - Very convenient location, no obstacles in taking trains or boats to different attractions.

📍Kadono-sato Tsubaki no Shiro Actually, it was built as a playground in 1996, but it doesn't seem to have been used much, with only occasional events being held there, so most people probably don't know about it. Further beyond the Kadono Dam in Samukawa-cho, Sanuki City, there is a beautiful bridge called Kadono Bridge, right next to Camellia Onsen. This bridge is also very artistic, but once you cross the bridge, you'll see an even more mysterious building. Castle of Camellias. The moment I saw it, I was reminded of the Ghibli film "Castle in the Sky" directed by Hayao Miyazaki. I wonder if there are camellias planted on the roof (rooftop?) of the building, and this looks like a pretty impressive castle. The design, which looks like a combination of cubes, and the stairs and entrance to the building make it seem like a castle from another world. I had a fun time just looking around the exterior! #0yentripFebruary2025

📍Setouchi Islands A contemporary art festival held once every three years on the islands of Setouchi. The 100-day festival is divided into three seasons: spring, summer, and fall, allowing you to experience the charms of Setouchi in each season. Basic Information - 2025 ⚫︎Setouchi Triennale With the theme of "restoring the sea," it aims to bring back vitality to the islands of Setouchi, where beautiful nature and humans have intersected and resonated, and to make Setouchi a "sea of ​​hope" for all regions on Earth. ⚫︎Price One season pass/all season pass + additional paid viewing works available ※Digital pass available ⚫︎Opening hours Spring: April 18th - May 25th Summer: August 1st - August 31st Autumn: October 3rd - November 9th ※The area where the event is held varies depending on the period ⚫︎Access Ferry to each island _ _ _ _ _ At the art festival, you can encounter many works You will be excited not only by your favorite artists and works, but also by artists and works you will encounter for the first time. Works that make use of the charm of the island's culture, nature, and people will also allow you to discover new islands and realize what you like 🖼️ Setouchi Triennale, held once every three years The Setouchi Triennale 2025, the first and sixth since COVID-19, will be a more powerful festival with the addition of new areas. ⚫︎Memo *Please make reservations early as some works require reservations or have a limited number of people. *Please note that accommodation and ferries are difficult to get. Please use this as a reference for your trip this year🔖 #Setouchi Triennale #Domestic travel #Kagawa sightseeing #Naoshima #Free hotel stay

#0yentravelJanuary2025 📍Cafe SORA no Iro A stylish cafe in Kagawa You can enjoy delicious curry made with various spices We ordered spicy chicken curry and coconut chicken curry It was moderately spicy but not too hot, very easy to eat and delicious For dessert, we ordered pudding, a retro pudding that was a little firm but very delicious 🍮 When you want to take a break, come here ―――――――――――――――――― 📮697 Maeda Nishimachi, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture 761-0321 💰1000- ――――――――――――――――――――

#0yentravelJanuary2025 📍CRÉER COFFEE A stylish cafe in Kagawa Prefecture☕️♡ I had delicious cafe latte and pancakes! The cafe latte was served in a cute round glass! The pancakes were fluffy and topped with sweet ice cream and fruit, and were very delicious. There aren't many seats, but it was a very relaxing space. Please come and visit us✨️ ―――――――――――――――――― 📮3015-12 Ota Shimomachi, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture 761-8073 💰1000- ――――――――――――――――――――

#0yentravelJanuary2025 📍Udon Honjin Yamadaya A famous udon restaurant in Kagawa Prefecture We had meat udon and curry udon The meat udon was topped with plenty of meat and was very filling The curry was very tasty, with a slightly spicy soup and chewy noodles that went well together The restaurant had tatami seating, so it was a relaxing space! A must-visit restaurant for udon tours, so be sure to visit✨️ ―――――――――――――――――― 📮3186 Mure, Mure-cho, Takamatsu-shi, Kagawa-ken 761-0121 💰500- ――――――――――――――――――――

📍Kagawa Prefecture, Muginawa-no-Sato This is a complex in Takamatsu City. Masagoya Susuru is a somen noodle shop located in a corner of Muginawa-no-Sato, adjacent to Komifuchi Forest Park, at the border between Miki Town and Takamatsu City. This shop is popular for its somen noodles made using traditional hand-stretching methods. This is the third store of Masagoya, which has been making somen noodles for over 30 years in Shodoshima, a major somen production area with a history of over 400 years. Currently, somen noodles are also made here. As a result, you can enjoy freshly made somen noodles. At first bite, you'll be amazed by the elasticity and firmness of the noodles. The sensation of the smooth, cold noodles, chilled in ice water, going down your throat is addictively delicious. In fact, it seems that many people who eat chilled somen noodles buy dried noodles to take home as souvenirs or to take home. #0yentravelJanuary2025

Kagawa Prefecture 2024.04 ⁡ ＼Kagawa Trip Gourmet Edition／ ⁡ Introducing the cafes and udon shops we visited in Kagawa!! All the cute spots you definitely can't miss. There are lots of cafes with ocean views and stylish shops☕️🩶 Please use this as a reference for your next trip✍️ ①#Okawa Oasis (Retro Cafe) ②#Fuji Bakery Retro (Bakery) ③#Takesei Udon (Udon) ④#seasonalstand (Dried Flowers and Fruit Sandwich Cafe ⁡ 📷Photo taken in 2024.04 📍Kagawa Prefecture #0 Yen Trip January 2025

We took the ferry to Naoshima → Teshima → Shodoshima 🛳️ The crisp sunshine was very pleasant, and the fusion of nature and art was very beautiful ✨ The pizza we ate while looking out at the Seto Inland Sea and the gelato we ate under the blue sky were absolutely delicious 🕊️ There are many spots all over the island, and it seems that there are few public transportation services, so we recommend using a rental car or bicycle ☺︎ #islandtrip #kagawa #naoshima #teshima #shodoshima #greatview #artmuseum #threedaysandtwonights #ferry

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#DomesticTravelRecords Kagawa Prefecture is located in the northeastern part of Shikoku, with the Sanuki Mountains to the south and the Seto Inland Sea to the north, and islands scattered around the area. A record of my castle tour. ✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄✧⋄⋆⋅⋆⋄ ◼︎Takamatsu Castle Located in Tamamo-cho, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, it faces the sea. It is a castle. Takamatsu Castle is known as one of the "Three Great Sea Castles of Japan" along with Imabari Castle in Ehime Prefecture and Nakatsu Castle in Oita Prefecture. Marugame Castle is famous as a castle with the tallest stone wall in Japan. The castle tower enshrined in that stone wall is one of the twelve existing castle towers. The stone walls stacked from the inner moat to the castle tower are called "fan slopes" and have a magnificent curve. #Kagawa #KagawaTourism #SoloTravel #GirlsTrip #CastleTour #DomesticTravel

#DomesticTravelRecord I went to Kagawa 😌🫶 I visited for the first time since January this year, but no matter how many times I visit, it's a wonderful place! I happened to find out that there was a Yadon stamp rally going on at Kankakei in Shodoshima, so I decided to collect them while I was there ✨️ We got stamps at: ・Kankakei (Shodoshima) ・Shodoshima International Hotel (Shodoshima) ・Tamamo Park (Takamatsu) ✊💖 I also went to Ritsurin Garden, but I didn't know about this stamp rally at the time 😢 I'm glad we were able to complete it safely ☺️It seems like it's going on until the end of December this year, so if you're planning to visit Kagawa, please give it a try ❤️ There are Yadons everywhere in Kagawa and they're so cute! #KagawaTourism #KagawaTrip #Shodoshima #YadonPrefecture #StampRally

Oka Izumi 15 minutes walk from JR Utazu Station There are many parking spaces in front and behind the restaurant🅿️ When you think of Kagawa, you think of udon!! I went on a weekday, but there was a line! I waited about 30 minutes💭 I heard that sometimes you have to wait even longer! They take your order while you're waiting, so you can think about what you want while you're waiting🥹 Bukkake Tempura (cold) 788 yen The simplest bukkake udon is 389 yen😂😂 With prices going up now, I can't believe I can eat such delicious udon for this price🤍🤍 The udon was chewy but not too hard, so it was very easy to eat💭 They also have oden and rice! They also sell souvenirs, so if you want to eat it at home, you can buy souvenirs there too 🎁 📍Address: 129-10 Hamahachibancho, Utazu-cho, Ayauta-gun, Kagawa Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: 11:00-20:00 (Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays) #0yentravelautumn #kagawa #kagawatrip

#Amusement Park #trip #100 Ways to Travel #August Good Places 2024 #Register September Hotel Sleep Tester That day came to the park about three o'clock 🕒, it happened to be the time for children to play after school 🎒, so many children are playing 🏃♂️🏃 ♀️, photography is a bit difficult 📸, in fact, the park is not very big 🌳, I stay After 15 minutes I checked in and left😂 However, there are six facilities and each facility is thoughtfully done💡, such as cute tail slide🎢, stunned beast landscaping obstacle climbing area🐢, swing swing🎠, shaped pool💦, huge stunned beast🐘 With green landslides, etc. 🌿, adults and children are very happy to see 😄. Why is there a Stunned Beast Park🌳? Because Dazor is the tourism ambassador of Kagawa Prefecture 🎗, the park was officially completed last year and opened for free 🏞. Why is the stunned beast the mascot 🐢? Because the Japanese pronunciation of Kagawa Prefecture's specialty "Oolong Noodles" (うどんudonn) is very similar to the Japanese pronunciation of Kagawa Prefecture (ヤドンyadonn) 🐢, plus Kagawa Prefecture has a long-term water shortage problem💧, Dumboo Beast because There is a legend of "a yawn and it will rain" 🌧, thus making the stunned beast the best Pokémon 🧚♂️ representing Kagawa Prefecture. In 2018, the Pokémon Company decided to cooperate with the local government 👥 to promote the local culture 🎎 and revitalize local tourism 🏯 through a series of photo statues 🗿, manhole covers ⛩ and songs 🎵 Let more tourists, fans know💡. Are there any other stunned beast figures in my park 🐢? Pink Stunned Beast taxis🚕, Stunned Beast Ferry⛴, Stunned Beast Airport Route Bus🚌, Stunned Beast City Bus🚍, Stunned Beast Manhole Cover🕳, even themed hotels and more🏨! How to get there 🚶‍♀️? The official name of Stunned Beast Park is "Tohira Park Aya" 🌄 ひだまり Park あやがわ (aka: ヤドン Park 🐢) 253-7 Xuanhara, Ayakawa-cho, Ayaka-gun, Kagawa Prefecture🗺 minutes from Electric Railway Ayakawa Station🚉

Kagawa is renowned not just for its scenic mountains and waters, but also for its urban amusement facilities. Reoma Resort stands as the largest theme park in Western Japan, boasting over 20 large-scale rides, light sculpture projection shows, and flower parades, truly a fairy tale paradise. Utilizing flowers and Asian-style architecture, the park creates a unique sanctuary for flower enthusiasts. The spring and autumn rose festivals feature a spectacular display of 100,000 roses, while themed exhibitions during the tulip, hydrangea, and autumn chrysanthemum seasons add to the romantic ambiance. Reoma World Address: 40-1 Kurikumanishi, Ayauta-cho, Marugame-shi, Kagawa

Asahiyama Forest Park is located at an altitude of 238.2m in Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture. The mountain is named Asahi because it is the first mountain to be illuminated by the morning sun. Every year, about 2,000 cherry trees bloom. The trees sway in the wind, and the petals fall at a speed of five centimeters per second, creating a scene full of pink cherry blossoms. Asahiyama Forest Park Address: 3829-141 Shimoma, Takase-cho, Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture #springplace2024 #cherryblossom

╍ Kagawa ╍ 🫖ྀི Bread and coffee shop Cafe Report 📍 1026 Shimotakase, Minomachi, Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture 🕚Open hours Sun-Mon, Wed-Sat: 9:00-18:00 Day off : Tue 　　　　　The first and third Monday of every month. ・Cafe latte　　　　 ・Iced tea　　　 ・Nama chocolate cheese　　 ・Strawberry cheesecake　　 A cafe and coffee shop we stopped at on the way to Chichibugahama Beach🍰 There is a parking lot, a terrace, and seats inside the shop! I went before evening so there was hardly any bread 😭 There was a wide variety of cheesecake flavors ^ ^ #KagawaCafe #ShikokuCafe #CafeCoffee #Cafe #Kagawa #Chichibugahama #KagawaTrip #JapanTrip #Shikoku #CafeLatte #Cafe #Cake #CaféAndShikoku #MiToyo #CaféAndShikokuCafe #Japan #ShikokuCafe #Cafe #JapanTravel #ShikokuTravel #Japan #Kagawa #ShikokuCafe #Cafe #JapanTravel #JapanTravel #Japan #Kagawa #Shikoku #Travel #KagawaCafe #Cafe #Cafestagram #_qq_shikoku

Manabeshima, along with Megijima, is also known as the male and female islands, where Megijima is commonly referred to as the 'Oni Island' and is the legendary island where Momotaro fought the demons. Manabeshima is known as 'Cat Island'. Since the boat to Manabeshima must first pass by Megijima, many tourists combine the two islands into a one-day trip. Manabeshima has an area of about 4 square kilometers with a population of less than 200 people, and approximately 100 cats. Compared to other cat islands, the feline presence is more scattered, as the saying goes, 'just three or four kittens', and even though the cats of Manabeshima do not swarm in groups, they are as affectionate as the cats on Sanagijima and are also very popular for not being 'no food no touch'. Besides being famous for its cats, Manabeshima is also part of the triennial Setouchi Triennale art festival and is known for its artistic atmosphere. Since the first art festival, Manabeshima has become a site for art installations, which are scattered around the island for discovery. Many art pieces also utilize the local abandoned houses for revitalization, which not only preserves the ancient architecture but also keeps it grounded, earning praise. Additionally, due to the island's mostly mountainous terrain, the buildings are almost all built along the slopes, creating winding and undulating alleys and ports, which not only adds an atmosphere of exploration but also gives the residential houses themselves a unique artistic vibe. Manabeshima Address: Manabeshima, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture

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[A shrine that you must visit once in a lifetime | Kintohiro Shrine] #I miss the shrines in Japan, they are very characteristic. Just like the Kintohiro-gu Shrine located in Kagawa Prefecture, Shikoku, known as "one must visit once in a lifetime". The most famous thing here is that the Sando has a total of 1,368 levels, and it really takes enough spirit and physical strength to walk to the highest Osha. Although the stairs may seem like a lot, because of the beautiful views along the way, you can visit historical monuments, and there are many shops selling specialty snacks on both sides, so walking around, you have gone up very high. 📍Golden Tobiro Palace Address: 892-1 Kotohira-cho, Nakato-gun, Kagawa Prefecture Access: 20-minute walk from Kotohira Station on the JR Toto Main Line | 15-minute walk from Kotoda Kotohira Station #I miss #family good places #hiking #high altitude viewing #parent good places guide

Its best to go at dusk, because every night, the sky above the Angel Road often has a dreamy color. But be sure to look at the time, or after the tide, this mysterious and romantic angel's road will disappear~ My friends and I didnt catch up the first afternoon, so the first I got up early in the next two days and came again. When we look at the window where we live, we can clearly see this road, watching it gradually submerge at night, and then appear again after the tide has ebbed in the morning. It's not too short to see the distance, and it will look very close to the scene because of the perspective. Blowing the sea breeze, the blue sea outlines the beautiful path of the angel road, and the small bean island must come to punch this precious dream land~

Miqilin Samsung Park: Lilin Park Park is located in Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan. It was previously known that there are Michelin-starred restaurants, and there is also a Michelin Green Guide. Don't underestimate this park. In the book "Michelin Green Guide Japan", Lilin Park was rated as Samsung ~ into the park, the huge pine trees lined up in a row Shocked to me. Although the park's name is "Lilin", his courtyard is actually composed of pine trees. There are about 1,400 pine trees in the park, about 1,000 of which were hand-pruned by the craftsmen, and it has been about 300 years since then. Its a good idea to change to a kimono and take a photo in the park. There are not only 6 lakes and 13 rockeries in the park, but also pigeons, cranes, turtles, koi and other animals. [Insidious] [laughs without words] park tickets: 410 yen (1 January, free on March 16) can be leased in Chinese electronic explanation: 200 yuan

The Soy Sauce Museum is not big as a whole. You can smell the thick soy sauce when you get off the bus, and it is not bad to smell. It is the smell of soy sauce when you were a child. The exhibition hall is very small, you can finish the tour in ten minutes, and you are not allowed to take pictures. The highlight of the soy sauce museum is the soy sauce ice cream! ! It sounds difficult to imagine, I was skeptical at first, and I really fell in love after I tried it! ! The commissary at the door is sold, 300 yen, the amount is very good, the faint soy sauce taste can be said to be perfect with the thick milk flavor of the ice cream. The traffic here is not too developed. Be sure to watch the timetable and miss a class for at least an hour. Of course, I feel that if I miss it, I will come back again.

Good morning, the second day of the exhibition in the Seto Inland Sea~ I dont think I will go to Naoshima, which has a big pumpkin in the haystack. In fact, I am afraid that the festival people will not choose Naoshima Toshima. There was a particularly unpopular male wooden island and female wood island, so one person contracted an island, and only the cats who jumped to the side accompanied me. Several islands in the Seto Inland Sea were particularly desolate. Young people ran to work in Osaka, Osaka, leaving only the elderly to live on the island. In order to revitalize these islands, the Japanese government invited many artists to come here to create, so it became the most literary place in Japan. A very utopian idea, the result is really successful~